THE HEWLETT SCHOOL OF EAST ISLIP
Suffolk Lane, East Islip

THE PRESCHOOL AT HEWLETT
CURRICULUM

Foremost, THE PRESCHOOL AT HEWLETT provides a safe and stimulating extended family atmosphere in which parents of young children may find a support system for raising their young children. Faculty and staff members recognize the individuality of each child in an atmosphere where children are encouraged to explore, ask questions and experiment in many learning centers. A thematic or integrated learning approach provides the framework for a quality learning experience.

The program is designed to allow for children's input and change according to individual or group needs and interests.

The emphasis of the curriculum is on the development of the total human being and assumes a holistic conception of the student's growth and learning, pertaining to aesthetic, physical, mental, moral and social development. Activities are designed to develop students' interpersonal competencies (including self-help skills) and to promote a sense of social cohesion and collective responsibility.

In addition, an introduction to French language provides an early-language experience to prepare the young child for further language studies.